Yellow Card Names Gillian Darko VP of Strategy to Drive Stablecoin Expansion in Emerging Markets
Yellow Card appoints Gillian Darko as VP of Strategy to drive growth and expand stablecoin adoption in emerging African markets...
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Yellow Card has announced the appointment of Gillian Darko as its new Vice President of Strategy. Darko will be responsible for the company’s long-term strategic planning, innovation, and entry into new markets.
- Darko previously served as Yellow Card’s Chief of Staff and Director of Strategy.
- She brings experience from global and African institutions including JP Morgan Asset Management, PwC, and JUMO.
- Darko also serves as an Ambassador for Women in Payments Africa, advocating for gender diversity in fintech.
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